Laurel Reed-Becksted, MA, LCMHC
Psychotherapy
Laurel Reed-Becksted, MA, LCMHC, is a Community Health Behavioral Health psychotherapist. She’s worked as an individual and group counselor, case manager and substance abuse clinician most recently with Counseling Service of Addison County.
With a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Northern Vermont University-Johnson, she focused on a career as a pharmacy technician. After 15 years as a pharmacy tech, she pursued a master’s in clinical mental health counseling at Antioch University in Keene, NH. Reed-Becksted is passionate about community mental health and taking care of vulnerable populations.
Born and raised in Rutland County, she enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and swimming and time with her four dogs – two rescues, a golden retriever, and a black Lab.
Philosophy of Care
Healing begins when people are heard.
Education & Training
Education
- Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Antioch University New England, May 2021
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Northern Vermont University-Johnson, May 2017